MasterPage: Cover M5E6ASIA.book Page 1 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM ENGLISH 7 GETTING STARTED HARD DISK CAMCORDER VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK 22 STILL IMAGE RECORDING & PLAYBACK 28 ADVANCED OPERATIONS 31 MENU SETTINGS 48 REFERENCES 52 GZ-MG70AA/AG/AH/AS To deactivate the demonstration, set “DEMO MODE” to “OFF”. (墌 pg.
MasterPage: Body_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 2 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 2 EN Major Features of this Camera Built-in Hard Disk Editing Files on your PC This hard disk camera records images to a large, built-in hard disk drive (HDD) instead of a DV tape like conventional video cameras. This enables extended hours of high-resolution, MPEG2 video recording. USB 2.0 enables the smooth transfer of video and still images to a computer.
MasterPage: Reference_Heading0_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 3 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM EN ADVANCED OPERATIONS Contents 3 31 RECORDING FEATURES ..................................... 31 GETTING STARTED 7 Provided Accessories ...................................... 7 Index .............................................................. 10 Power ............................................................. 14 Operation Mode ............................................. 16 Language Setting .......
MasterPage: Safty_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 4 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 4 EN Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this hard disk camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the pages 4 – 5 to ensure safe use of this product. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
MasterPage: Safty_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 5 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM EN CAUTIONS: ● This camera is designed to be used with PALtype colour television signals. It cannot be used for playback with a television of a different standard. However, live recording and LCD monitor playback are possible anywhere. ● Use the JVC BN-VF707U battery pack and, to recharge it or to supply power to the camera from an AC outlet, use the provided multivoltage AC adapter.
MasterPage: Safty_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 6 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 6 EN Before Using this Camera This camera records video in MPEG2 format compliant with SD-VIDEO format. Remember that this camera is not compatible with other digital video formats. Remember that this camera is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial use without proper permission is prohibited.
MasterPage: Heading0_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 7 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM Provided Accessories EN 7 a AC Adapter AP-V14A, AP-V14E, or AP-V17E b Power Cord (for AP-V14A/AP-V14E only) c Battery Pack BN-VF707U d Audio/Video Cable e USB Cable (Refer to the software installation and USB connection guide.
MasterPage: Body_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 8 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 8 EN GETTING STARTED Attaching the Shoulder Strap Attaching the Lens Cap Follow the illustration. To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camera as shown in the illustration. 1 Open the velcro strip. 2 Thread the strap through the eyelet. 3 Fold it back and thread it through the strap guide and the buckle. ● To adjust the length of the strap, loosen and then tighten the strap in the buckle.
MasterPage: Start_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 9 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM EN Attaching the Core Filter LCD Monitor Attach the core filters to the cables. The core filter reduces interference. Push the release button and open the LCD monitor fully. It can rotate 270°. 1 Release the stoppers on both ends of the core filter. Stopper 2 Run the cable through the core filter, leaving approx. 3 cm of cable between the cable plug and the core filter.
MasterPage: Heading0_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 10 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 10 EN GETTING STARTED Index ATTENTION: ● Be careful not to cover b, c, d, e, f and g during shooting. ● Be careful not to cover Y during playback.
MasterPage: Start_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 11 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM EN Controls Indicators a Mode Switch [MODE] (墌 pg. 16 – 17) b Flash Button [FLASH] (墌 pg. 31) c Information Button [INFO/ ] (墌 pg. 38) d Play/Pause Button [49] (墌 pg. 24, 29) e Forward Search Button [ (5)] (墌 pg. 25)/ U Power/Charge Lamp [POWER/CHARGE] Right Button [ ]/Auto/Manual Mode Switch [ / ] (墌 pg. 16 – 17) f Forward Skip Button [ ] (墌 pg. 25)/Down Button [ ]/Manual Set Button [ SET] (墌 pg.
MasterPage: Body_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 12 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 12 EN GETTING STARTED Indications on LCD Monitor During Video Recording only During both Video and Still Image Recording [0h56m] 11:30 10.11. 2005 a Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 17) b Wide Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 50) c Wind Cut Indicator (墌 pg. 50) d Picture Quality: [U] (ultra fine), [F] (fine), [N] (normal), [E] (economy) (墌 pg. 50) a Selected Operation Mode Indicator (墌 pg.
MasterPage: Start_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 13 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM GETTING STARTED 13 During Still Image Playback GETTING STARTED During Video Playback EN 11:30 10. 11. 2005 10. 11. 2005 a Mode Indicator (墌 pg. 17) b Play List Playback Indicator (Appears when play list is played back. 墌 pg. 43) c Picture Quality: [U] (ultra fine), [F] (fine), [N] (normal), [E] (economy) (墌 pg. 50) d Playback Mode (墌 pg.
MasterPage: Body_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 14 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 14 EN GETTING STARTED 1 Set the power switch to OFF. 2 With the arrow on the battery pack pointing Power This camera’s 2-way power supply system lets you choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use provided power supply units with other equipment. downward, push the battery pack slightly against the battery pack mount. Charging the Battery Pack place.
MasterPage: Start_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 15 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM GETTING STARTED ● This product includes patented and other proprietary technology and will operate only with JVC Data Battery. Use the JVC BNVF707U/VF714U/VF733U battery packs. Using generic non-JVC batteries can cause damage to the internal charging circuitry. ● If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack, remove it first. ● During charging, the camera cannot be operated.
MasterPage: Body_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 16 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 16 EN GETTING STARTED Data Battery System You can check the remaining battery power and the recordable time. 1 Make sure the battery is attached. 2 Open the LCD monitor fully. 3 Press INFO/ repeatedly, and the battery status screen appears. ● It is displayed for approx. 3 seconds if the button is pressed and released quickly, and for approx. 15 seconds if the button is pressed and held for several seconds.
MasterPage: Start_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 17 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM GETTING STARTED Select the recording/playback mode using the MODE switch. : Video mode (墌 pg. 22, 24) : Still image mode (墌 pg. 28, 29) 3 Auto/Manual Mode Press and hold ( / ) to switch the auto/ manual recording mode. When manual mode is selected, the indicator appears on the LCD monitor. Language Setting The language on the display can be changed. (墌 pg. 48, 49) 1 Set the power switch to or . 2 Press MENU.
MasterPage: Body_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 18 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 18 EN GETTING STARTED Date/Time Settings The recording start date/time is recorded on the video/still image file and it can be checked by pressing INFO/ during playback. (墌 pg. 24, 29) In addition, you can find the desired file by the date index screen. (墌 pg. 30) 1 Set the power switch to or . 2 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 3 Press / to CAMERA SETTING select [DISPLAY], then press 49.
MasterPage: Start_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 19 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM EN 19 Grip Adjustment Inserting/Removing an SD Card 1 Adjust the velcro strip. 2 Pass your right hand You can use an SD card as a recording medium in the SD slot. See page 62 for the guaranteed media to work with this camera. through the loop and grasp the grip. Clipped Edge 3 Adjust your thumb and fingers to easily operate the recording start/stop button, power switch and zoom lever.
MasterPage: Body_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 20 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 20 EN GETTING STARTED Formatting a Recording Medium You can format (initialise) the built-in hard disk (HDD) or SD cards. You have to format the newly-purchased SD cards with this camera before using them. This enables stable speeds and operation when accessing the recording medium. Be aware that all files and data including protected files will be erased. (墌 pg. 38) 1 Set the power switch to or . 2 Press MENU.
MasterPage: Start_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 21 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM GETTING STARTED Select the recording medium before starting recording or playback. (墌 pg. 48, 49) Example: When recording still images to an SD card 1 Set the power switch to or . 2 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 3 Press / to select DIS [REC MEDIA SETTING], then press 49. CAMERA SETTING BASIC SETTING REC MEDIA SETTING DISPLAY QUALITY WIDE MODE 4 Press / to select [IMAGE MODE], then press 49. NO.
MasterPage: Heading0_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 22 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 22 EN VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK NOTES: Video Recording Power Switch Lock Button Zoom Lever MODE Recording Start/Stop Button 1 Set the power switch to 2 Set the MODE switch to . . ● The camera is programmed to record videos on the built-in hard disk by the factory-preset. To switch the recording medium, see pages 21, 48 and 49. ● To change the picture quality, see pages 48 and 50.
MasterPage: Basic_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 23 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK Zooming 23 To zoom in Slide the zoom lever towards T (telephoto) ( ). To zoom out Slide the zoom lever towards W (wide-angle) ( ). T: Telephoto Digital zoom zone 10x (Optical) zoom zone Approximate zoom ratio ● The further you slide the zoom lever, the quicker the zoom action. ● Zoom magnification over 10x is done through digital image processing, and is therefore called digital zoom.
MasterPage: Body_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 24 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 24 EN VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK To play back files in the [EXTMOV] folder If the data cannot be recorded properly, the video files are saved to the [EXTMOV] folder. (墌 pg. 22) To play back the files in the [EXTMOV] folder, press the recording start/stop button or START/ STOP button on the remote control while the index screen is displayed in step 2, and then proceed to step 3 after [MPG] is displayed.
MasterPage: Basic_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 25 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM How to Use the Scroll Bar You can use the vertical scroll bar on the index screen to find the desired files quickly. The scroll bar is useful when deleting files (墌 pg. 39), creating play list (墌 pg. 42), etc. 1 Slide the zoom lever towards W to select the scroll bar on the index screen. Scroll bar VIDEO 7/53 2 Press / to display the next or previous page. ● If you press and hold / , the high speed search starts.
MasterPage: Body_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 26 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 26 EN VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK Connecting to a TV, VCR or DVD Recorder To S connector Playback on a TV 1 Make sure all units are turned off. 2 Connect the camera to a TV, VCR or DVD recorder as shown in the illustration. If using a VCR or DVD recorder, go to step 3. If not, go to step 4. 3 Connect the VCR/DVD recorder output to the Open the cover. TV input, referring to your VCR/DVD recorder’s instruction manual.
MasterPage: Basic_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 27 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK EN 27 Playback Using the Remote Control Buttons and Functions The full-function remote control unit can operate this camera from a distance as well as the basic operations (playback, stop, pause, fast-forward and rewind) of your VCR. The remote control uses one lithium battery (CR2025). 1 Pull out the battery 2 1 1 holder by pushing the lock tab.
MasterPage: Heading0_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 28 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 28 EN STILL IMAGE RECORDING & PLAYBACK Zooming Still Image Recording Use the zoom function for close-up or wideangle shooting. For details, see page 23. Power Switch Continuous Shooting Lock Button Zoom Lever MODE Recording Start/Stop Button 1 Set the power switch to 2 Set the MODE switch to . . ● The camera is programmed to record still images on the built-in hard disk by the factory-preset.
MasterPage: Basic_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 29 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM STILL IMAGE RECORDING & PLAYBACK EN 29 Slide Show Still Image Playback You can playback all the images stored in recording media automatically. 1 Set the power switch to 2 Set the MODE switch to Power Switch Lock Button MODE Zoom Lever . . ● A still image is displayed. ● To switch the medium to be played back, see pages 21, 48 and 49.
MasterPage: Body_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 30 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 30 EN STILL IMAGE RECORDING & PLAYBACK How to Use the Scroll Bar Image Rotation You can use the vertical scroll bar on the index screen to find the desired files quickly. The scroll bar is useful when deleting files (墌 pg. 39), setting DPOF (墌 pg. 46), etc. You can rotate a still image clockwise or counterclockwise. 1 Slide the zoom lever towards W to select the scroll bar on the index screen.
MasterPage: Menu_Heading0_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 31 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM RECORDING FEATURES Backlight Compensation / Backlight compensation brightens the subject quickly. With simple operation, dark portions of the subject are brightened by increasing the exposure. 1 Set the power switch to 2 Press and hold ( / EN 31 Flash You can use the flash for still image recording. The flash mode can be changed as required. . ) so that FLASH is displayed.
MasterPage: Body_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 32 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 32 EN RECORDING FEATURES Manual Exposure Manual Settings in MSET Menu / You can use manual recording functions easily by selecting items in the MSET menus. How to Select a Menu Item 1 Set the power switch to 2 Press and hold ( / . ) so that is 1 Select [AE] in the MSET menu. (墌 pg. 32) 2 If [AUTO] is selected, press . (video mode displayed. 3 Press ( ). The menu screen appears.
MasterPage: Menu_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 33 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM RECORDING FEATURES Manual Focus The camera's Full Range AF system offers continuous focusing ability from close-up to infinity. However, the correct focus may not be obtained depending on the shooting condition. In this case, use the manual focus mode. 1 Select [AF] in the MSET menu. (墌 pg. 32) 2 If [AUTO] is selected, press , then press 49. 3 Press ( to focus on a nearer subject. ) Press to focus on a further subject.
MasterPage: Body_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 34 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 34 EN RECORDING FEATURES White Balance The white balance is usually adjusted automatically for correctness of the colour reproduction under various lighting. However, you can also select the following modes according to the shooting situations. 1 Select [WB] in the MSET menu. (墌 pg. 32) 2 Press / to select the desired mode. MWB: For adjusting the white balance manually depending on the light source.
MasterPage: Menu_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 35 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM RECORDING FEATURES Shutter Speed You can set the shutter speed manually. A fast shutter speed can freeze the motion of a fastmoving subject and a slow shutter speed can blur the subject to give the impression of motion. 1 Select [S.SP] in the MSET menu. (墌 pg. 32) 2 If [AUTO] is selected, press . 3 Press / to select the desired shutter speed. The shutter speed is displayed.
MasterPage: Body_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 36 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 36 EN RECORDING FEATURES Program AE Effect You can use the program AE settings for specific shooting situations. You can record videos or still images with special effects. 1 Select [P.AE] in the MSET menu. (墌 pg. 32) 2 Press / to select the desired mode. 1 Select [EF] in the MSET menu. (墌 pg. 32) 2 Press / to select the desired mode. TWILIGHT: Makes evening scenes look more natural.
MasterPage: Menu_Heading0_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 37 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM PLAYBACK FEATURES Playback Effects 37 / You can view videos with various effects of scene transition. You can view videos or still images with special image effects. 1 Set the power switch to . 2 Set the MODE switch to . 3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 4 Press / to select [WIPE/FADER], then 1 Set the power switch to . 2 Set the MODE switch to or . 3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
MasterPage: Heading0_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 38 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 38 EN MANAGING FILES Viewing File Information / You can view the file information in playback mode. Information on Video Files Press INFO/ while video playback is paused. File information appears. FILE: File name FOLDER: Folder name DATE/TIME: Date and time of the recording PB TIME: Playback time (length of the file) QUALITY: Image quality (墌 pg. 50) PROTECT: File protection status (墌 pg.
MasterPage: Menu_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 39 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM MANAGING FILES To protect all files / to select [PROTECT ALL], then / to select [EXECUTE], then press 49. 6 Press Deleting Files 39 / You can delete unnecessary files. press 49. Deleting by the To release protection of all files 1 Set the power switch to . 2 Select the file type (video or still image) using ● All files are protected. 5 Select [CANCEL ALL], then press 49.
MasterPage: Body_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 40 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 40 EN MANAGING FILES To delete by selecting multiple files 5 Press / to select [FILE SELECT], then press 49. ● The index screen appears. 6 Press / / / to select the file you want to delete, then press 49. ● To select other files, repeat step 6. ● The scroll bar can also be used with the zoom lever and pressing / . (墌 pg. 25, 30) ● If you slide the zoom lever towards T, the preview screen is displayed.
MasterPage: Menu_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 41 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM MANAGING FILES You can copy or move still image files between the built-in hard disk (HDD) and SD card using the on-screen display. Before proceeding to following steps, ● Make sure that SD card is inserted in the SD slot. ● Make sure that enough free space is left in the copy/move destination medium. 1 Set the power switch to or . 2 Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
MasterPage: Body_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 42 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 42 EN MANAGING FILES Resetting the File Number / By resetting the file number (name), a new folder will be made. The new files you are going to make will be stored in the new folder. It is convenient to separate the new files from previously recorded files. 1 Set the power switch to or . 2 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 3 Press / to select [REC MEDIA SETTING], then press 49. 4 Press / to select [NO.
MasterPage: Menu_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 43 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM MANAGING FILES 1 After step 10, press to select a thumbnail image of the play list. 2 Press / to select a scene you want to check. 3 Press 49. The playback of the play list starts from the selected scene. ● The playback stops at the end of the play list automatically. ● To stop playback midway, press 49, then slide the zoom lever towards W.
MasterPage: Body_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 44 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 44 EN MANAGING FILES Add/Delete Files in Play List Changing Play List Name You can edit existing play lists by adding or deleting files. The default name of play list is its creation date and time. You can change the name on the keyboard screen as you like. 1 Set the power switch to . 2 Set the MODE switch to . 3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears. 4 Press / to select [PLAYLIST], then press 49.
MasterPage: Menu_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 45 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM MANAGING FILES EN 45 Deleting Play List Dubbing Using Play List You can delete unnecessary play lists. Dubbing to an external device (VCR, DVD recorder etc.) using a play list is possible. The following explains how to dub to a VCR, but the same steps also apply for a DVD recorder, etc. press 49. 5 Press / to select [DELETE], then press 49. The table of play lists appears.
MasterPage: Body_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 46 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 46 EN MANAGING FILES To print all still images (One print for each) DPOF Print Setting 1 Display the DPOF menu screen. (墌 “To print This camera is compatible with DPOF (Digital Print Order Format). You can set which images to be printed and the number of prints with this camera. This feature is useful to print with a DPOF-compatible printer or bring a recording medium to photo lab for print.
MasterPage: Menu_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 47 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM MANAGING FILES If your printer is compatible with PictBridge, still images can be printed easily by connecting the camera with the USB cable directly to the printer. DPOF setting can also be used. (墌 pg. 46) NOTE: After selecting [DIRECT PRINT] in the menu, connect the USB cable. To print by selecting a still image 1 Set the power switch to . 2 Set the MODE switch to . 3 Press MENU. The menu screen appears.
MasterPage: Heading0_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 48 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 48 EN MENU SETTINGS Changing the Menu Settings You can change the menu settings to customize your camera. Access the desired menu screen by following the steps below, then change the various settings. Common Menus for All Modes [ ] = Factory-preset BASIC SETTING PRESET EXECUTE: Resets all settings to the factorypreset. [CANCEL]: Returns to the menu screen without executing reset.
MasterPage: Menu_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 49 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM MENU SETTINGS DROP DETECTION OFF: Disables the function. [ON]: Turns off the power automatically to prevent HDD damage when the camera is accidentally dropped. (墌 pg. 21) CAUTION: Setting this function to off increases the chances of damaging the internal hard disk if the camera is accidentally dropped.
MasterPage: Body_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 50 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 50 EN MENU SETTINGS NOTES: Video Recording Menus ● Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or depending on the shooting condition. In this case, the indicator blinks or goes out. ● Switch off this mode when recording with the camera on the tripod. [ ] = Factory-preset QUALITY Select the desired picture quality.
MasterPage: Menu_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 51 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM MENU SETTINGS Still Image Playback Menus [ ] = Factory-preset [ ] = Factory-preset QUALITY [FINE] / STANDARD Select the desired image quality. 墌 “DPOF Print Setting” (墌 pg. 46) IMAGE SIZE [1600 x 1200] / 1280 x 960 / 1024 x 768 / 640 x 480 Select the desired image size. SELF-TIMER [OFF] / 2SEC / 10SEC By setting the self-timer, a still image is recorded 2 or 10 seconds after pressing recording start/ stop button.
MasterPage: Heading0_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 52 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 52 EN REFERENCES Troubleshooting The camera is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. H To solve the problem, follow the Instructions below at first. H If the problem is not solved, reset the camera. (Refer to “To reset the camera” below.) H If the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer.
MasterPage: Menu_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 53 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM REFERENCES The recorded image is white ● Shutter speed is set to NIGHTSCOPE or slow speed. HNIGHTSCOPE and slow speed are only for use in dark conditions. (墌 pg. 35) Playback Playback cannot be performed. ● Recording medium is not selected properly. HSelect the recording medium. (墌 pg. 21, 48, 49) ● Playback starts, but there is no picture on the connected TV.
MasterPage: Body_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 54 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 54 EN REFERENCES Other problems The power/charge lamp on the camera does not light during charging. ● Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely high/low temperatures. HTo protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C to 35°C. (墌 pg. 58) The data process is too slow after the power is switched on or the mode is changed. ● There is a large number of still images (approx.
MasterPage: Menu_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 55 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM REFERENCES The following indications appear on the screen. (Battery indicator) Displays the battery remaining power. Remaining power level High Exhausted ● As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically. SET DATE/TIME! ● Appears when the date/time is not set. (墌 pg.
MasterPage: Body_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 56 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 56 EN REFERENCES NO VIDEO MANAGEMENT FILE VIDEO FILES HAVE BEEN MOVED TO MPEG FOLDER The data cannot be recorded properly, or the video management file is deleted or not found. Video files have been moved to MPEG (EXTMOV) folder. (墌 pg. 22) PLAY LIST’S MANAGEMENT INFORMATION IS BROKEN. REMAKE PLAY LIST AGAIN. The management information of play list is broken. Create the play list again. (墌 pg.
MasterPage: Menu_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 57 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM REFERENCES Before cleaning, turn off the camera and remove the battery pack and AC adapter. To clean the exterior Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Put the cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well to wipe off heavy dirt. Then wipe again with a dry cloth. To clean the LCD monitor Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor. To clean the lens Wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.
MasterPage: Body_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 58 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 58 EN REFERENCES ● To prevent damage and prolong service life ... do not subject to unnecessary shock. ... charge in an environment where temperatures are within the tolerances shown in the chart below. This is a chemical reaction type battery — cooler temperatures impede chemical reaction, while warmer temperatures can prevent complete charging. ... store in a cool, dry place.
MasterPage: Menu_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 59 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM REFERENCES EN 59 Main Unit How to Handle a CD-ROM ● For safety, DO NOT ... open the camera’s chassis. ... disassemble or modify the unit. ... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack. Keep it away from metallic objects when not in use. ... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects to enter the unit. ... remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply while the power is on. ...
MasterPage: Body_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 60 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 60 EN REFERENCES Specifications For video/audio Camera For general Power supply DC 11 V (Using AC adapter) DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack) Power consumption Approx. 5.2 W Dimensions (W x H x D) 71 mm x 70 mm x 109 mm Weight Approx. 390 g (without battery, lens cap and strap) Approx. 450 g (incl.
MasterPage: Menu_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 61 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM REFERENCES For connectors AV S-Video output: Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue C: 0.29 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue Video output: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analogue Audio output: 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ, analogue, stereo USB Mini USB-B type, USB 1.1/2.0 compliant 61 AC Adapter Power requirement AC 110 V to 240 Vd, 50 Hz/60 Hz Output DC 11 V ,1A Remote Control Power supply DC 3 V Battery life Approx.
MasterPage: Body_Left M5E6ASIA.book Page 62 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM 62 EN REFERENCES Recording Time and Number of Images The tables below show the approximate recording time and number of storable images. The number increases or decreases depending on the conditions such as image size and/or picture quality. The first column in the table indicates the conditions. 8 Compatible recording media The following SD cards have been guaranteed to work with this camera.
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MasterPage: Reference_Heading0_Right M5E6ASIA.book Page 64 Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:07 PM TERMS EN A M AC Adapter ....................................................... 16 Manual Exposure .............................................. 32 Manual Focus ................................................... 33 MSET Menu ..................................................... 32 B Backlight Compensation ..................................... 31 Battery Pack .............................................
M5E3_InstallGuide.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 2 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM JVC SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT . Contents JVC SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT .... 2 Notice for Users ............................................... 6 System Requirements ..................................... 8 Software Installation (Windows®) .................. 11 Connections (Windows®) ............................... 13 Viewing the Contents of a Recording Medium (Windows®) ................................................
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 3 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM 3 RESTRICTION ON THE PROGRAM (1) You may not reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, revise or modify the Program, except to the extent that expressly permitted by applicable law. (2) You may not copy or use the Program, in whole or in part, other than as expressly specified in this Agreement.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 4 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM 7 EXPORT CONTROL You agree that You will not ship, transfer or export the Program or underlying information and technology to any countries to which Japan and other relevant countries have initiated an embargo on such goods. 9 GENERAL (1) No modification, change, addition, deletion or other alternation of or to this Agreement will be valid unless reduced to writing and signed by an authorized representative of JVC.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 5 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM CAUTION: ● Operate this equipment according to the operating procedures described in this manual. ● Use only the provided CD-ROM. Never use any other CD-ROM to run this software. ● Do not attempt to modify this software. ● Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void user’s authority to operate the equipment.
MasterPage: BodyAcross M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 6 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM Notice for Users Use of this software is authorized according to the terms of the software license. JVC When contacting the nearest JVC office or agency in your country about this software (refer to the JVC Worldwide Service Network at http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/worldmap/index-e.html), please fill out the following and have the appropriate information ready.
MasterPage: BodyAcross M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 7 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM PIXELA For technical inquiries, please contact the PIXELA User Support Center in your region. Region North America Europe Asia Location Phone # +1-213-341-0163 +44-1489-564-764 +63-2-438-0090 Los Angeles U.K. Philippines Please check the PIXELA website for latest information and downloading. http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/jvc/e/index.
MasterPage: BodyAcross M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 8 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM System Requirements Windows® 8 Digital Photo Navigator The following requirements must be satisfied to connect a camera to a PC and to use Digital Photo Navigator.
MasterPage: BodyAcross M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 9 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM 8 CyberLink DVD Solution The following requirements must be satisfied to use CyberLink DVD Solution.
MasterPage: BodyAcross M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 10 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM Macintosh 8 Capty MPEG Edit EX The following requirements must be satisfied to use Capty MPEG Edit EX. Hardware : iMac G4, iMac G5, iBook G4, Power Mac G5, PowerBook G4, eMac, Mac Mini OS : Mac OS X (v10.2.8, v10.3.1 to v10.3.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 11 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM 1 Load the provided CD-ROM into the PC. Software Installation (Windows®) After a moment, the [SETUP] screen appears. Follow the procedure described below to install the software. From the [SETUP] screen in step 2, you can install the following drivers or software. Before start installing, quit any other software you are using. (Check that there are no other application icons on the status bar.) Digital Photo Navigator 1.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 12 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM 5 Click [Next]. 8 Click [Next]. [License Agreement] screen appears. [Setup Type] screen appears. 6 Click [Yes]. 9 Select the program(s) you want to install, then click [Next]. [Customer Information] screen appears. 7 Confirm your information and click [Next]. ● It is possible to change the information. [Setup Status] screen appears.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 13 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM NOTES: ● If PowerDirector/PowerProducer/PowerDVD have already been installed on the PC, uninstall them before installing the provided software: Video files captured with this camera can only be handled on the provided software. Please install and use the provided software (PowerDirector Express NE, PowerProducer 2 Gold NE, PowerDVD 5 NE).
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 14 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM When using Windows® 2000: Viewing the Contents of a Recording Medium (Windows®) 1 If you want to view the contents in the SD Memory Card, make sure that the card is set in the camera. 2 Set the camera’s power switch to the playback mode while pressing down the lock button located on the switch. The camera turns on. 3 Connect the camera to the PC with a USB cable. ( pg.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 15 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM Folder structure within the recording medium Video files: Stored in the [PRGxxx] folder (where xxx is a number), within the [SD_VIDEO] folder. Still image files: Stored in the [xxxJVCSO] folder (where xxx is a number), within the [DCIM] folder. Recording medium [100JVCSO] [101JVCSO] [102JVCSO] [SD_VIDEO] [MGR_INFO] [PRG001] [PRG001.PGI] [MOV001.MOD] [MOV001.MOI] … … [DCIM] … [PRG002] [PRG003] MOV_0001.MPG MOV_0002.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 16 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM NOTES: Copying Files to the PC (Windows®) ● Never disconnect the USB cable while the ACCESS lamp on the camera lights or blinks. ● File transfer takes considerable time in PCs. Usage of a PC that supports USB 2.0 is required. Still images and video files that are stored in a recording medium can be copied to the PC and played back on the PC.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 17 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM Copying Edited Files back to Camera (Windows®) Disconnecting the USB cable (Windows®) To use the camera to play back video files (MPEG2 files, with the extension “.mpg”) which have been edited using the provided software, change the file name to "MOV_xxxx.mpg" (where xxxx is a number) and move it to the [EXTMOV] folder. ( pg.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 18 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM 4 Click [OK]. ® User’s Guide/Help/Readme (Windows®) Windows 2000: If a message indicating that the device can be safely removed appears, click [OK] and then click [Close]. This manual only refers to software installation and PC connection. For more details of each software, refer to its User’s Guide/Help/Readme. 8 CyberLink DVD Solution Following steps are the example of CyberLink PowerDirector Express NE.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 19 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM 8 Digital Photo Navigator The User’s Guide is included on the CD-ROM in PDF format. Right-click the CD-ROM icon in [My Computer], then click [Open]. Double-click the [Docs] folder, then double-click the [PhotoNavi] folder. Open the "Start.pdf" file and click the button of the desired language. Note that Adobe® Acrobat® ReaderTM or Adobe® Reader® must be installed to read PDF files.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 20 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM 5 Copy the entire [SD_VIDEO] folder. Playing Back Copied Video (Windows®) When returning folders backed up to the PC back to the camera, be sure to first erase the [SD_VIDEO] folder in the camera HDD before copying the [SD_VIDEO] folder of the PC. Creating play lists using multiple files and viewing video 1 Click the bottom right of the operation panel to create a playlist using multiple files.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 21 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM How To Create DVDs simply (Windows®) (Example of transition) 1 Start PowerDirector Express NE and click [Load a media folder] of the import button, then select the folder that you have copied to PC to register it to the library. 3 Select [Produce a Disc], and then click [Next]. 2 Drag and drop the videos from the library to the timeline/storyboard in the playback order.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 22 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM 4 Select [DVD Format] and click [Next]. ● If the video is [ULTRA FINE], [FINE], or [NORMAL], select [High Quality NTSC (or PAL) DVD]. If the video is [ECONOMY], select [Long Play NTSC (or PAL) DVD]. Encoding is not performed on unedited video, and high-speed processing is performed at the original image quality. ● Insert a check mark for [Use SVRT to save rendering time].
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 23 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM 8 Remove the check mark for [Include Menu] Creating a DVD with Titles (Windows®) in the [Preview] screen, and then click []]. 1 Connect the camera to the PC with the USB cable, or remove the SD Memory Card from the camera and connect it to the PC using the card reader. Copy the video file folder (ex. “PRG001”) in the recording medium to the PC.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 24 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM 3 Drag and drop the videos from the library 4 Select [Create a File (Everio Series)], and to the timeline/storyboard in the playback order. ● If necessary, edit transition or title on the timeline/storyboard. Click [Produce] after finish editing. ● Video in 4:3 aspect ratio and 16:9 aspect ratio cannot be edited together.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 25 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM 6 Click [Start]. 11Click [Open media files]. The file that was This starts conversion of the edited file. The file is saved to the location displayed in the storage location. Before creating slideshows or titles on a DVD that includes video in 16:9 aspect ratio, still images must first undergo the squeeze process. saved before is opened.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 26 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM Viewing Edited Video with a Camera (Windows®) Software Installation (Macintosh) Follow the procedure described below to install the software. Before starts installing, quit any other software you are using. After changing the name of the file created in steps in “Creating a DVD with Titles (Windows®)”, copy it to the camera.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 27 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM 5 Click [Continue] on the Introduction 8 Click [Agree] if you agree with the license screen. Read Me screen appears. agreement. Select a Destination screen appears. 6 Read the Important Information carefully and click [Continue]. License screen appears. 9 Select the desitination volume and click 7 Read the Software License Agreement 10Click [Upgrade] if you perform a basic carefully and click [Continue]. [Continue].
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 28 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM 11Enter the Macintosh Administrator name and password in [Name] and [Password] respectively, and click [OK]. Finish Up screen appears. Connections (Macintosh) Connect the USB cable to copy still images and video files in a recording medium to the PC. PC ● If you are not the owner, this screen will not be appeared.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 29 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM 4 Double-click the memory card icon on the Viewing the Contents of a Recording Medium (Macintosh) desktop. The folders in the recording medium appear. 1 If you want to view the contents in the SD Memory Card, make sure that the card is set in the camera. 2 Set the camera’s power switch to the playback mode while pressing down the lock button located on the switch. 3 Connect the camera to the PC with a USB cable. ( pg.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 30 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM NOTES: ● Any folders or files other than those described above are also recorded in the recording medium. ● Saving the wrong kinds of files in a recording medium or deleting files or folders from a recording medium can cause problems with the operation of the camera. When it is necessary to delete a file from a recording medium, delete it through the camera.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 31 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM Disconnecting the USB cable (Macintosh) Help/Readme (Macintosh) Before loading or unloading recording medium or turning off the PC, first disconnect the USB cable and turn off the camera. 1 Drop the recording medium icon on the desktop into the [Trash] icon. ● If the confirmation message appears, click [OK]. 2 Confirm that the ACCESS lamp This manual only refers to software installation and PC connection.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 32 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM Step2 To combine two or more files, they need to first be linked in File Combination Mode. If the files will not be combined, proceed to Step 6. File Combination (Macintosh) Step1 Start Capty MPEG Edit EX. 1 Double click the [Macintosh HD] icon. To switch to File Combination Mode, from the Capty MPEG Edit EX menu, 1 Click [View]. 2 Click [Combine Files]. 2 Open the [Applications] folder.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 33 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM 4 Click [Open] to import the file. Step4 Select the file format. Normally, select MPEG (system stream) format. See Help for other file formats. 1 Select the file format, and click [Execute]. 5 The files are arranged in playback order in the File Combination Mode window. 6 After the files are arranged, click [Create] to create the file.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 34 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM Step7 Editing 1 The point selected first in the trimming File Trimming (Macintosh) Skip to Step9 if you do not edit video files. Step5 Switching to Trimming Mode. 1 Click [View] from the Capty MPEG Edit EX menu bar. 2 Click [Trimming]. range is displayed in the GOP list or frame list. To edit in frame units, insert a check mark to display the frame in the frame list. ● Note that the scroll function will become slower.
MasterPage: Body M5E3_InstallGuide.book Page 35 Tuesday, August 9, 2005 3:18 PM Step8 Saving 1 Select the trimming range processing Step9 method. Delete trimming range ● There is no image quality degradation due to editing. ● Wide-screen video is supported. ● Video files in the Everio hard disk can be used without conversion. Deletes the trimming range and creates a new file.
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